Hotel Boheme

Hotels
8.8 (328 reviews)
444 Columbus Avenue , San Francisco , US
+1 415-433-9111

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (Little Italy/North Beach)
Friendly, attentive staff
Charming vintage decor and historic character
Complimentary afternoon sherry
Clean rooms / good housekeeping
Cons:
Steep, narrow stairs and no elevator
No air conditioning in rooms
No in‑room fridge (or phone) and limited amenities
No breakfast offering
Occasional noise / isolated room issues (e.g., alarm clock, slow hot water)

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple guests explicitly note the hotel is clean and room attendants are excellent; overall cleanliness is consistently praised.
Service
9.8
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, warm and highly accommodating (named front‑desk staff praised); service is a strong highlight.
Location
10
Numerous mentions of an excellent, central location (Little Italy/North Beach) within walking distance of Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli and transit/stops.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms are charming and tastefully decorated with some renovated bathrooms, but guests note small rooms, occasional noise, lack of AC and missing in‑room fridge/phone.
Amenities
7.2
Free afternoon sherry is frequently praised, but several guests note limited amenities (no elevator, no AC, no in‑room fridge, no breakfast), lowering this score.
Value for Money
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Food and Beverage
8
The complimentary daily sherry is a frequently liked touch; no full breakfast service and limited F&B offerings keep this moderate.
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall sentiment is very positive — guests call it charming, unique, historic and say they would return; the vintage character and attentive staff drive a strong overall score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:04

Property Description

Bohemian Flair in the Heart of San Francisco

Intimate Artistic Atmosphere: Hotel Bohème, located in historic North Beach, embodies the bohemian charm of the 1950s and 1960s with vibrant colors and modern art throughout the property. The courteous staff and unique decor create a truly inviting ambiance for guests.

Prime Location for Exploration: Situated just steps away from Italian restaurants, cafes, jazz clubs, and iconic city attractions like Lombard Street and cable cars, this hotel offers the perfect starting point for immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of San Francisco.

Convenient Access to City Life: With its central location near Chinatown and Little Italy, Hotel Bohème seamlessly combines a nostalgic journey back in time with easy access to the bustling city life, ensuring a memorable stay in this vibrant metropolis.

Book your stay at Hotel Bohème and experience the enchanting fusion of history and modernity in San Francisco!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SFO

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 328 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 9.4
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kathleen • couple • us
8
Excellent location for walking to Chinatown Italian section pier 33 fisherman’s wharf Ghirardelli and close to restaura
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Too many stairs but we knew it when booking

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • couple • us
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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jc100_de • couple • de
8
perfektes Vintage Hotel mitten in der Stadt
Pros:

sehr gute Lage mitten in Little Italy, zu vielen wichtigen Attraktionen kurze Fußwege, wie Fisherman´s Warf, China Town,
auch hält in Sichtweite der Sightseeing Bus "Big Bus Tours - Stop 3"
im Hotel gibt es jeden Nachmittag ein kostenloses Glas guten alten Sherry´s
Gepäck kann man im Hotel aufbewahren, wenn man am Abreisetag noch die Stadt besichtigt, bevor der Flug geht

Cons:

steile schmale Treppe zur Rezeption hoch
etwas zu dunkles Deckenlicht im Zimmer
es dauert lange in der Dusche bis warmes Wasser ankommt

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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KATHARINA • solo_traveller • us
10
Outstanding hotel, this will be my go to in San Francisco from now on! Thank you!
Pros:

Hotel Boheme is one of the best hotels I have stayed at in a long time! The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable, the rooms are very tastefully decorated, and you can't beat the location! Bonus points are the rich history of the place and the free sherry in the lobby every afternoon :-)

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Leah • couple • us
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Jason • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

This is a very charming hotel, and likely the closest thing to time travel you will experience. It is located in the bustling North Beach neighborhood, with plenty to do nearby. The staff is warm and welcoming, adding to a wonderful stay.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
M
mike • couple • gb
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • us
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
B
Blazquez • couple • es
10
Un placer !
Pros:

Está en una de las mejores zonas de SFO!
Atentos, limpios, una buena ducha, cama cómoda.. ningún pero!

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Eric • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Wonderful front desk people (Susan and Nick), excellent room attendants (Flor and Daisy). Rm 104 outstanding in location, renovated bathroom, decor. Charming and friendly boutique hotel.

Cons:

Wish for a small elevator, but understand why not.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
B
Bryan • couple • us
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
D
Diane • couple • gb
9
Lovely
Pros:

Location perfect..no breakfast

Cons:

Fridge & phone in room!

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
M
Mike • couple • us
8
Pros:

Amazing location

Cons:

No AC!

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
P
Paulina • family_with_children • us
10
Well worth it!
Pros:

This place is fantastic! Not only is it in a great location, it’s also unique and charming. What really amazed us though was the staff - friendly and highly accommodating. I highly recommend this hotel, we look forward to coming back.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Nico • couple • nl
9
Een positief eigenzinnig hotel op een fijne stadse locatie
Pros:

Authentiek

Cons:

Alles was prima

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
G
Gavin • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Great location

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Julio • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • solo_traveller • us
3
Good location, inconvenient if you have luggage.
Pros:

Location was good, interiors were quaint and nostalgic

Cons:

There are extremely steep stairs to get into the property, and no offer of help with my large suitcases. A very out of place 90s alarm clock that went off inexplicably at 6am. When mentioned to the staff, there was no apology or explanation.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Letizia • couple • it
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee